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- 1India discovers gas near Odisha coast in Mahanadi deepwater basin●India discovers gas near Odisha coast in Mahanadi deepwater basin.
India has reported a natural gas discovery off the Odisha coast in the Mahanadi deepwater basin. The find points to potential new energy reserves in India's eastern offshore waters, though details on size and commercial viability have not been released. The announcement is drawing attention as India seeks to boost domestic gas production and reduce energy import dependence.
- 2Odisha's Free KG to PG Education Scheme Triggers College Funding Crisis●Odisha’s KG to PG Free Education Scheme Sparks Financial Crisis in Colleges, Say Lecturers
Lecturers in Odisha say the state's KG to PG free education scheme has pushed colleges into a financial crisis, as fee waivers leave institutions without adequate funds to operate. Teaching staff warn the policy is straining budgets and could affect the quality of education, prompting debate over how the government plans to compensate colleges for the lost revenue.
- 3Odisha Retail Inflation Rises to 5.95%, Above National Average●OTV Janamancha: Retail Inflation Rises: Odisha Inflation Hits 5.95%, Higher Than National Average
Retail inflation in Odisha has climbed to 5.95%, putting the state above the national average and drawing attention to rising living costs for households. Local coverage is highlighting the gap between the state and the country as a whole, with food and essential prices the main worry for consumers facing steeper monthly expenses.